Flaco Jiménez, the legendary accordion player who was perhaps the foremost ambassador for regional Tejano music in the 20th century, died at 86 on July 31st. According to a statement, Jiménez died ...

Could tejano music have picked a more jovial, warmhearted ambassador? Leonard “Flaco” Jiménez, who died Thursday at the age of 86, was something more than simply a master accordion player and an ...

Tapping his foot to the beat, his fingers fluttering up and down the short keyboard, Lou Zanardi launched into a song from “The Godfather” on his glossy black, white and gold–trimmed accordion.

The accordion is gaining worldwide popularity. Germany has declared it the instrument of the year for 2026. This versatile ...

Holshouser turned to accordion when a college pal gave him one as a gift. Martin Johnson reviews his latest album, then Terry Gross hosts Holshouser in the studio for conversation and some music. This ...